Pronunciation: [a͡ʊtbˈa͡ʊnd] (IPA) 
The word "outbound" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription /aʊtbaʊnd/. The first syllable "out" is pronounced with the diphthong /aʊ/ as in "ouch" or "house." The second syllable "bound" is pronounced with the vowel /aʊ/ as in "ouch" or "house" and the consonant cluster /b/ and /d/. The word refers to something that is leaving or departing from a certain place, such as an outbound flight or package.
Outbound is an adjective that refers to something that is departing or moving away from a particular location or point of reference. It is often used to describe the movement of people or vehicles, particularly when they are leaving a specific place or embarking on a journey to another destination.
In the context of travel or transportation, outbound typically refers to the part of a journey or trip that occurs away from the starting point. For instance, an outbound flight is one that is leaving from a specific airport to another destination, while an outbound train is departing from a particular station to a different location. Similarly, an outbound ship or boat is leaving a port or harbor to sail to another place.
In the realm of business and marketing, outbound is frequently associated with activities aimed at reaching potential customers or clients. This includes outbound marketing strategies or outbound sales calls, which involve proactively reaching out to individuals or organizations to promote products or services. It can also encompass outbound logistics, which focuses on the movement of goods from the manufacturer to the customer or retailer.
Overall, the term outbound implies movement, departure, or transmission away from a starting point, whether that be physical movement of people or vehicles, or the proactive communication or transport of goods.
Proceeding from one country to another, as a ship.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "outbound" is derived from the combination of "out" and "bound".
- "Out" comes from the Old English word "ūt", which means "away from the inside" or "outside".
- "Bound" derives from the Old English word "bindan", which means "to tie" or "to make a firm or permanent connection".
When these two words are combined, "outbound" is formed, indicating something that is departing, going away, or moving outward from a specific location or place.
